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Wilson Range

Montana

Elevation Range

5,000 ft - 10,604 ft

Notable Peaks

5

Coordinates

48.9962, -113.8450

About Wilson Range

The Wilson Range is a rugged mountain range located in western Montana, near the border with Idaho. The range is characterized by steep, rocky peaks and deep glacial valleys, with elevations ranging from around 5,000 feet in the valley bottoms to over 10,000 feet at the highest summits. The terrain is predominantly alpine, with extensive areas of rocky outcrops, scree slopes, and permanent snowfields. The range is part of the Bitterroot Mountain system and lies within the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, offering a wilderness-like experience for outdoor enthusiasts.

Notable Peaks

Wilson Peak

10,541 ft

Tweedy Mountain

10,466 ft

Storm Castle

10,222 ft

Hollowtop Mountain

10,604 ft

Mount Evans

10,446 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
rock climbing
mountaineering
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Wisdom, MT
Anaconda, MT
Dillon, MT

Location

Montana

48.9962, -113.8450

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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